The document discusses the growth of smart and connected devices and the Internet of Things. It notes that the number of smart objects is projected to grow from around 7 billion currently to over 50 billion by 2020. The document advocates for early integration of smart building technologies like lighting control, HVAC, and security into building design to improve sustainability, quality of life, and business operations through features like energy management and remote monitoring. Integrating smart technologies early in construction can reduce total cost of ownership over the lifetime of the building.
Many CIOs also understand the value the network brings to the business. They are tasked with delivering the best tools to enable the business and drive employee productivity. But the CIO must also balance the needs of the users with the needs of the business – ensuring the business is secure and its IP is protected.How does the CIO deliver a “work, your way” experience that the next generation demands?
Bring the building systems and the IT systems into one networkAccess – only the network provides access to all of these systemsAnalyze – find new ways to harness informationAct – continuously improve building operationsVery important component in LEEDGet feedback to change the pattern as to what is happeningMonitor and adapt performanceHooray for technology.Use “Living Organism” analogy.Cisco Real Estate solutions converge key functions onto an IP network that becomes the fabric of every building—supporting all real estate requirements and provides the foundation for workforce effectiveness, building performance, and physical security. With the Cisco’s Real Estate solution, you can reduce costs and complexity by replacing disparate communications, security, and building automation systems with one simplified, flexible, and scalable IP network.